VOLUNTEER PROGRAM
Pamoja Afya Initiative Volunteer Program welcomes passionate, skilled, and committed healthcare professionals, educators, social workers, and entrepreneurs to contribute their expertise in advancement of our health and youth related program. Our Volunteers are placed in different destinations surrounding national parks in Uganda where there is high demand for knowledgeable and experienced medical volunteers to assist with essential healthcare services and youth mentorship volunteers while they get an amazing experience in Uganda’s beautiful wildlife, nature and amazing cultures surrounding national parks and tourist destinations in these rural areas. The program therefore give opportunity to gain hands-on medical experience while providing much needed care to disadvantaged people without proper access to healthcare. While working with us we always make sure you’re safe and comfortable.
VOLUNTEER CATEGORIES
· Healthcare volunteers:
We offer volunteer placements for skilled medical professionals which give them a chance to get a new work experience in a new culture and environment. This program helps medical professional and medical students looking to gain valuable experience in a medical hospital setting learning more about tropical diseases or working in a community.
We welcome volunteers participate in medical camps by conducting blood tests, engaging in community outreach to deliver messages on preventive healthcare, assisting with family planning and sexual reproductive health, mental health counseling, treating minor injuries, offering antenatal and dental care, promoting hygiene and sanitation, offering first aid and supporting patients in hospitals among others.
As a medical volunteer of Pamoja Health Initiative in Uganda, you will therefore have the opportunity to work in hospitals and clinics, providing critical support in various areas. Your tasks may include performing outpatient procedures,. Depending on your background, skills, and interests, you will work alongside permanent doctors, contributing to vital healthcare services in rural communities.
· Youth development Volunteers: The program welcomes volunteers who Mentorship to young people in ICT , conducting career guidance workshops, organizing recreational and life skills activities.
· Administrative support Volunteers: We need volunteers to Assist in program coordination, fundraising efforts , data entry for health or youth initiatives.
Culture of Appreciation and Recognition
Pamoja Afya (Health) Initiative has a culture of appreciating volunteers who dedicate their time and effort to supporting our health and youth programs.
How we show our appreciation:
- We organize annual volunteer appreciation events.
- Highlight volunteer stories on our organization’s website and social media.
· Provide reference letters and certifications for their contributions
Volunteer Program Fee (US$)
|
Duration |
Health Project |
|
1 week |
$245 |
|
2 Weeks |
$490 |
|
3 Weeks |
$650 |
|
4 Weeks |
$850 |
|
5 Weeks |
$1,030 |
|
6 Weeks |
$1,200 |
|
7 Weeks |
$1,370 |
|
8 Weeks |
$1,560 |
|
9 Weeks |
$1,730 |
|
10 Weeks |
$1,900 |
|
11 Weeks |
$2,080 |
|
12 Weeks |
$2,300 |
Program Fees Cover:
The Program covers:
Accommodation (host family)
Food (only breakfast and dinnery)
Program Orientation
In-country support
Personalized project
Pre-departure information
Certificate of completion
Fundraising ideas and letters
Discount for returning volunteers
Program Fees Exclude:
Visas
Launch
Airfare
Personal expenses on soft drinks and foods
Daily transportation
Airport return transfer
HOW TO APPLY
Experience the feeling of saving lives and providing much-needed care to those who would not get it without you
To start the process fill Volunteer application form and submit it for consideration and book your placement. For more information on how to get enrolled for the volunteering experience of a lifetime contact us. Or Give us a call | WhatsApp | Imo at +256-774-052000 to talk to our staff